NPR News: 09-19-2026 12AM EDT
Summary
Trump is set to meet Venezuela's acting president at the UN, raising questions about US support for the interim government. In Texas, Governor Abbott is halting the expansion of Flock license plate cameras due to privacy concerns and voter backlash. The military cost of the Iran conflict has surpassed $43 billion, while Brazil's President Lula increased welfare payments ahead of a tight election runoff. Additionally, security is heightened for a college football game between Old Miss and LSU amid tensions over a coaching change.
Topics discussed
Trump bans CNN, Politico, and MS Now from White House
Trump to meet Venezuela's acting president at UN
Texas limits expansion of Flock license plate cameras
Iran war cost exceeds $43 billion; stock market update
Nepal mourning for flood victims; Brazil welfare boost
Brazil welfare increase and election law challenges
Security increased for Old Miss vs LSU football game
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